Oxford Library Code of Conduct

Oxford College Library welcomes you to an environment conducive to a variety of study needs and intellectual pursuits. We strive to provide quality services, excellence resources, comprehensive collections and a comfortable and safe environment.

This Code of Conduct is intended to ensure a positive experience for all patrons where everyone is treated with respect and courtesy. Oxford Library endorses the Undergraduate Code of Conduct and other University policies that guide behavior.

Emory University Undergraduate Code of Conduct  

"Emory University expects that all students act honorably, demonstrating a keen sense of ethical conduct. The university expects that its students behave respectfully, providing particular consideration for other people and for property. As members of a community, Emory University expects that students act responsibly, being accountable for the safety and wellbeing of themselves and others. University students are expected to be trustworthy, demonstrating honest character upon which others may rely with confidence." (Excerpt from the Undergraduate Code of Conduct.)

For more information, visit the homepage of the Office of Student Conduct. See also the Oxford College Code of Conduct.

Personal Conduct 

Respect the rights of others by helping to create an environment suitable for learning and scholarship, and refrain from excessive noise. Avoid behavior that creates a disturbance or interferes with use of the library, such as using the library for prolonged sleeping or as living quarters. There will be no vending, peddling, or solicitation in the library, or posting or distributing materials without library permission.

The following are strictly prohibited:

  • Sharing your Emory ID card to allow another patron access to the library.
  • Sharing your Emory Network ID and password to allow unauthorized use of electronic resources.
  • Harassment of library staff or patrons.
  • Engaging in lewd or indecent behavior.

Food and Drink 

Please help keep the library clean by placing waste in appropriate recycling containers, and cleaning up or reporting spills.

Use extra care around computers, keyboards, photocopy machines, and printers. Individuals who have food in unauthorized areas (the Special Collections Reading Room) will be asked to discard their food or relocate to an authorized area.

Library Resources 

Library electronic resources are licensed for Emory students, faculty, and staff. Emory University Technology Policy governs the use of library technology resources.

Check out library materials before taking them from the library, and return materials in the same condition by the due date or when recalled by the library.

Respect the privacy and sensitivities of others when using library resources. Adhere to library guidelines for use of special or fragile materials.

The following are prohibited:

  • Concealing library materials for exclusive use by an individual or group. Deliberately keeping reserves items past their due date is a violation of the Oxford Honor Code Policy.
  • Damaging library materials or property.
  • Misusing or tampering with computing or media equipment.

Library Spaces 

An Emory ID card or photo ID may be required to gain access to the library. Non-affiliated patrons are expected to leave the building at end of visitor hours. All patrons must leave the building if evacuation alarm sounds or is announced. Entering or remaining in unauthorized areas, or in any space when closed to the public, is prohibited.

The library is not responsible for damage or theft of personal property. Please do not leave personal property unattended, including laptops, phones, jewelry, wallets, and purses.

In order to create an atmosphere that is consistent with Emory’s mission and commitment to improve the health and wellness of members of the Emory community, Emory University and Emory Healthcare (collectively “Emory”) prohibit the use or sale of tobacco products in or on Emory owned or Emory leased property.

Use of transportation devices (such as bicycles, skates, and skateboards) is prohibited in the library.

Any other misuse, misappropriation, or damage to library resources, furniture, buildings or equipment is prohibited.

Animals Policy 

Emory University is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of unlawful harassment and discrimination. Emory University welcomes and promotes an open and genuinely diverse environment. In furtherance of this commitment to nondiscrimination and harassment, and in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), The Fair Housing Act, and state and local law, the University will accommodate individuals with disabilities who require the assistance of a qualified service animal or a support animal (collectively, Assistance Animals). This policy addresses use of Assistance Animals on University grounds and facilities. Emory’s Department of Accessibility Services (DAS) provides information, assistance and support for individuals with Assistance Animals.

For further information, please see Emory's Policy on Reasonable Accommodations and Assistance Animals in Campus Facilities.

Consequences 

Enforcement of these policies will be conducted in a fair and reasonable manner. Library staff, security personnel, and/or Emory University Police Officers will intervene to stop prohibited activities and behaviors.

Failure to comply with the library’s established policies, including the above Code of Conduct, could result in suspension of privileges, removal from the premises, referral to the College Conduct Council, arrest, and/or criminal prosecution.